Cabinets
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cabinets
Brass
Early 19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Cabinets
Oak
2010s Italian Modern Cabinets
Bronze
1970s French Post-Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1890s British Indian Ocean Territory Victorian Antique Cabinets
Teak
1990s American Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Plastic
19th Century Antique Cabinets
Oak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Mirror, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Pine
2010s Italian Cabinets
Brass
Early 19th Century American Rustic Antique Cabinets
Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Late 17th Century Spanish Antique Cabinets
Iron
1840s British George III Antique Cabinets
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Cabinets
Wood
17th Century German Charles II Antique Cabinets
Ebony
1870s French Louis XIV Antique Cabinets
Marble, Ormolu
1840s French Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Walnut
1910s Edwardian Vintage Cabinets
Satinwood
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Cabinets
Glass, Oak, Pine, Paint
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Cabinets
Wood
1860s American Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Glass, Oak
1920s American Louis XV Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1920s American Industrial Vintage Cabinets
Pine
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moorish Cabinets
Hardwood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Swedish Rococo Cabinets
Brass, Bronze
Mid-18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Cabinets
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Cabinets
Brass
19th Century Dutch Antique Cabinets
Bronze
2010s American Post-Modern Cabinets
Other
17th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Cabinets
Wrought Iron
1970s American Vintage Cabinets
Bronze
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Cabinets
Wood
1960s American Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood, Felt, Maple
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Oak, Wood
2010s Italian Cabinets
Brass
1850s European Edwardian Antique Cabinets
Hardwood, Satinwood
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
Early 1900s German Industrial Antique Cabinets
Nickel
1880s Victorian Antique Cabinets
Satinwood
1860s French Antique Cabinets
Marble, Ormolu
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Organic Modern Cabinets
Enamel
Late 18th Century Unknown George III Antique Cabinets
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal
17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Early 19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Industrial Cabinets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Organic Modern Cabinets
Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Cabinets
Glass, Oak
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Cabinets
Marble
2010s Portuguese Cabinets
Gold Leaf
Early 17th Century Belgian Baroque Antique Cabinets
Iron
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Late 18th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Cabinets
Wood, Paint
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Brass
19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Vintage and Antique Cabinets for Sale on 1stDibs
Although traditionally used in the bedroom to store garments that would not be hung in a closet, an antique or vintage cabinet can easily find a purpose in rooms throughout your entire house.
The world's first storage cabinets, reportedly constructed in Renaissance-era Europe, were demonstrative of excellence in carpentry and the work of master carvers. These robust bureaus or sophisticated chests of drawers were typically built from common woods, such as oak or walnut. Although they were fairly uniform in structure and lacked the bright colors of modern-day furniture, case pieces and storage cabinets that date from the 18th century and earlier were often found in the homes of nobility.
Their intricate carvings and various embellishments — adornments made from ivory, ornate lacquer work and, later, glass shelvings — reflect the elegance with which these decorative furnishings were associated. Given its valuable purpose and the beauty of the early furnishings' designs, the storage cabinet is an investment that will never go out of style.
The practical design that defines the earliest storage cabinets has inspired the creation of household must-haves, like minimalist drink trolleys and marble wood bookcases. From hiding outdoor gear in the mudroom to decluttering your kitchen with a tall kitchen pantry cabinet, these versatile furnishings have now become available in enough sizes, styles and colors to accommodate any space. After all, these aren't your run-of-the-mill filing cabinets.
A sophisticated storage cabinet — wood storage cabinets with doors and shelves, for example — can serve as a room divider when necessary, while the right vintage wall unit or floor-to-ceiling cabinetry solutions can seamlessly become part of any space without disrupting the energy of the room. And although you may hide items away in its drawers, bookworms might prefer a storage cabinet with open shelving for displaying favorite books or other media.
One-of-a-kind solutions for the modern consumer abound, but enthusiasts of understated, classical beauty may turn to Baroque-style storage cabinets. Elsewhere, admirers of mid-century modernism looking to make a statement with their case pieces will warm to the dark woods and clean lines of vintage storage cabinets by Paul McCobb, Florence Knoll or Edward Wormley.
Sometimes the best renovation is a reorganization. If you're ready to organize and elevate your space, a luxury storage cabinet is the addition you need.
Find a variety of vintage and antique storage cabinets on 1stDibs, including unique Art Deco storage cabinets, chinoiserie cabinets and more.